Elysis démarre une première cuve commerciale d’aluminium vert remplie d’espoirs
AI Article Summary
Elysis has launched its first commercial low-carbon aluminum smelting cell in Alma, Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean. This advancement, employing inert anodes, aims to decrease CO₂ emissions and is supported by the Quebec government as a potential breakthrough technology. Elysis plans to commercialize this technology by the end of the decade, bolstered by significant public and private investment. Rio Tinto also plans to build a demonstration plant with smaller Elysis cells in Arvida by 2027.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project demonstrates how technological innovation can be crucial in reducing GHG emissions in Quebec. For Quebec builders, it means potential cost reduction related to CO₂ emissions in industrial projects and an opportunity to adopt more sustainable materials. Additionally, government support and private investments in green projects could positively influence permit approvals and project timelines.
